Defence Web (South Africa)
Monday, April 21, 2014 - 08:39
Military spending in Africa increased by 8.3 per cent in 2013, reaching an estimated $44.9 billion, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), which noted that global military spending has decreased in the West but is rising everywhere else.
Tuesday, April 8, 2014 - 07:47
Delivery of the US Coast Guard cutter Gallatin to the Nigerian Navy moved a step closer on Monday when the vessel was decommissioned after 45 years of service.
Friday, April 4, 2014 - 10:45
The resignations of the eight members of the rebels' so-called politburo on Thursday leaves leader Jathran with a deputy and a self-declared prime minister to finish talks. Other members quit earlier, accusing him of concentrating power.
Thursday, April 3, 2014 - 08:45
Libya will move the headquarters of a security force tasked with guarding oil facilities to the eastern town of Brega, home to a rebel force occupying oil ports, the government said on Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 12:28
The Libyan Herald quoted Turkish embassy official Tufan Hobek as saying only 300 soldiers from an initial group of 440 soldiers who were recruited in Libya last year completed the gruelling training programme at a Turkish military academy near the city of Isparta.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 07:22
The South African Navy (SAN) has a new Chief. In a day full of traditional pomp and ceremony, Vice Admiral Johannes Mudimu handed over command to Rear Admiral Mosuwa Samuel Hlongwane on Monday March 31.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 - 07:06
Defence and Military Veterans Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula used her post State of the Nation briefing opportunity to enlighten South Africans on peacekeeping and post conflict reconstruction efforts undertaken by their soldiers.
Tuesday, April 1, 2014 - 08:13
Rebels in eastern Libya are close to reopening three oil ports they have occupied since the summer to press Tripoli for autonomy and a greater share of oil revenue, a leader from the rebels' tribe told state media on Monday.
Monday, March 31, 2014 - 13:29
Diplomats have another explanation for the better security in Misrata: regular military units check all vehicles that enter the city, a procedure rare elsewhere in Libya.
Monday, March 31, 2014 - 13:27
Libyan lawmakers approved a new election law on Sunday, paving the way to call general elections later this year.